WHERE TO GET MARRIED IN CORSICA AND ITALY?

If the “hill of the boot” is not among the most popular regions in Italy, it remains one of the most authentic ones. As a separator between the Adriatic and the Ionian seas, this peninsula - known for its fields of olive trees and the beauty of its coastlines - offers a diverse and atypical view of colors and villages. Alberobello’s village is particularly worth the detour. Visiting will be the occasion to live a unique experience by staying for a few nights in a trullo: a small typical house that you can only find in Apulia. You can also make the most of your stay by going to the white city of Ostuni and in beautiful masserias. Discover Polignano a Mare as well. The village is nicknamed the “balcony on the sea” for its dizzying location on the side of a cliff that dominates the Adriatic. Apulia is full of unrivaled landscapes, ideal for a romantic escape, an elopement or a wedding surrounded by your close ones, all of it only a few hours away from your home!

The South of Apulia is more worthy of interest for the beauty of its heavenly beaches. For a memorable wedding on the beach, dive into the turquoise waters of the “Baia dei Turchi” and of the “Salento Maldives” or relax on Porto Cesareo’s seaside with its long walks of sugar sands. If you are looking for activities to do during your stay, book a boat excursion with your partner or with your group of friends and set off to discover the magnificent Apulian caves. The Southern cities of Apulia are also real outdoor museums with their majestic cathedrals and Italian castles. Lecce is the star city of the region for its baroque style and its colorful streets. If you are Christian, you can celebrate your religious wedding in one of the 30 churches that decorate the city. The countryside roads will guide you in the discovery of typical villages; an opportunity to taste local specialties, in particular the “pittule” or “pasticciotti” for food lovers. The historic centers of Otranto and Gallipoli are worthy to discover Salento’s culture and eat a “del mare” (seafood) meal.

It is not by chance that Florence is among the most visited cities in the world! Its rolling landscapes and artistic masterpieces make it the ultimate romantic destination for a wedding in Tuscany or a lover’s trip. Tuscany offers an astonishing diversity of places as much for the architecture of its historic monuments as for its contrast of colors. The hills of cypress and splendid villages of Tuscany embody Italian wonders in a calm and peaceful atmosphere. Florence is one of the treasures of the region, in particular for its numerous museums dedicated to Renaissance artistic masterpieces, but also its gardens, cathedrals and of course the Ponte Vecchio! A couple of miles away from here, cross the vineyards to enter one of the best winegrowing regions: the Chianti. Tasting the famous wine during a wedding in an Italian castle: wouldn’t that be great? Located between Florence and Siena, this unmissable step for hedonistic people will make you dive into an enchanting environment on top of Tuscany’s countryside.

Continue your journey to reach the impressive Pisa tour and appreciate the panoramic and dizzying view from its 57 meters height. End your day with a walk along the Arno river and discover its procession of palaces. The medieval part of Siena will transport you in other times with its typical architecture from the Middle Age. Get lost in the paved alleys to see the beautiful heritage of the old town and the Palazzo Pubblico. San Gimignano village is registered as a UNESCO world heritage site for its fortified ruins and its numerous “piazze” (squares); it should definitely be on your to-do list in Tuscany. In regard to what you will eat during your journey, the “bistecca alla fiorentina” holds the first place of local specialties, an opportunity to discover the Tuscan way of life with a good glass of wine savored in an agritourism.

With almost 9,000 square kilometers of natural reserves and crystal-clear water coastlines, the “gem of the Mediterranean'' offers an outstanding environment for your wedding in Corsica or an escape on the seaside. Between sea and mountains, the Corsican scrubland paves the way to the discovery of the secrets of colorful villages and wonderful fortresses. Bastia, capital city of Northern Corsica, is the front door to the Mediterranean sea. There, you will come across the Corsican culture and gastronomy. Benefit from the access to the surrounding villages to admire a breathtaking view from Corsican heights and to go on a refreshing hike to the Ucelluline or Bucatoghju waterfalls. The pretty villages of Saint Florent and Cardo are great places to visit in the region!

Ajaccio’s gulf is another starting point to discover a meridional Corsica and sail towards the unmissable “Îles Sanguinaires” (Bloody Islands). Follow Napoleon Bonaparte’s footsteps and discover the treasures of his native city. The South of Corsica is well known for the beauty of its bays and its crystal-clear water beaches that offer the ultimate dream view at the heart of a wild and rolling environment. The exceptional beaches of Palombaggia, Saint Cyprien, Ovu Santu or Santa Giulia will make you dive into an earthly paradise. Set off for an insular escape in Lavezzi Islands with a departure from Bonifacio and seize the opportunity to admire its outstanding limestone cliffs from the sea. Travel across the mountain roads of Southern Corsica to be amazed by the astonishing view of the “Forchi di Bavedda” (Bavedda’s needles) and to be initiated into the region’s activities: canyoning, rafting and, of course, trekking. Finally, succumb to the local charcuterie and cheese during a tasty aperitif.